This collection of poetry and prose is a unique exploration that skirts along the questions of how the spiritual and non-spiritual collide in the semi-conscious and our dreams, and how our dreams can affect us in daily life. Veiled Nightmares & Ethereal Dreams offers a sometimes sombre look at some of the darker emotions and the times when our dreams shape us and our nightmares threaten to overcome us. *** “Veiled Nightmares & Ethereal Dreams is at once intense, lyrical and honest. I recommend you dive into these pages to explore its turbulent depths and experience its glimmers of light.” – Ali Harwood

Is love a thought, a state of mind, the meaning in the action, a reason to be kind? Are we more than the sum of our parts, more than just a nervous system feeling and thinking our way through experiences? This book of poetry about the nature of love is also a look at the nature of the human existence and what it means to be alive. It is the second book in a series of three and follows on from Veiled Nightmares & Ethereal Dreams, which looked at anxiety and depression.

Enter Wednesday's World of Darkness. The world saw her as a monster in the making. They were wrong. Merlina wasn't changing, she was ascending. The shadows had always been Merlina's sanctuary, until the day she Frigsday and Wednesday who offer her a chance to reach her full potential.

Mythos Reimagined: Folklore delves deep into the heart of modern myth-making, where ancient folklore intertwines with the realities of our 21st-century world. This captivating anthology reawakens the spirit of storytelling, transforming familiar narratives into extraordinary tales that resonate with the present day. Venture into the concrete labyrinth of the Urban Jungle, where Eco-Spirits dwell within towering trees and whispering winds, reminding us of nature's enduring power. Journey through the virtual landscapes of Cyber Realms, where Techno-Djinn wield digital magic and the boundaries between reality and illusion blur. Plunge into the enigmatic depths of the Deep Sea, where Starlight Sirens beckon with ethereal songs, their bioluminescent allure concealing ancient wisdom. Wander through the Forgotten Forest, where echoes of the past whisper secrets of forgotten cultures and the resilience of nature's cycles. Embark on a mind-bending odyssey through Parallel Realms, where Twilight Travelers navigate the corridors of time and space, revealing the interconnectedness of all things. Encounter the enigmatic Time-Weavers and Chrono-Keepers, guardians of the delicate balance between past, present, and future. Explore the ethereal Dreamscapes, where Invisible Guardians protect our subconscious minds, their presence felt only in the fleeting whispers of our deepest desires. Traverse the vibrant Spectrum Plains, where Chromatic Chameleons adapt and evolve, mirroring the kaleidoscopic nature of human identity. Mythos Reimagined: Folklore is a testament to the enduring power of mythology, showcasing the boundless creativity of human imagination. Each chapter invites you to explore a unique realm, where familiar archetypes are reimagined in fresh and unexpected ways. Prepare to be enchanted, challenged, and inspired as you embark on this extraordinary journey through the realms of modern myth.

This anthology is a collection of spine-chilling narratives drawn from the darkest corners of the cosmos, where the laws of reality bend and twist, and the veil between the mundane and the macabre is perilously thin. Each tale serves as a portal to an otherworldly realm, where the inexplicable and the terrifying converge to weave a tapestry of cosmic horror. These stories are not bound by the limitations of our known universe; instead, they propel readers into the cosmic unknown, where the echoes of dread and the whispers of the eldritch dance in the shadows. As the curator of this ethereal compendium, I invite you, dear reader, to embark on a journey into the realms beyond the stars. Prepare to encounter malevolent entities, ancient forces, and unspeakable horrors that defy earthly comprehension. These stories are not for the faint of heart; they are tales that grip the soul and elicit a primal fear—a fear that resonates not only with the unknown lurking in the cosmos but also with the depths of the human psyche. In the following pages, you will traverse desolate planets shrouded in perpetual darkness, confront entities that defy the laws of nature, and witness the awakening of malevolent forces that have slumbered for eons. Each story is a portal to a different dimension, a glimpse into the cosmic nightmares that await those who dare to peer beyond the veil.

Tom's life, once steeped in the ordinary, was forever changed when he stumbled upon the mystical power to navigate the fantastical dreamscape, a place where his wildest imaginations took flight. This newfound realm became his canvas for dreams, a sanctuary where he could engage in conversations with talking animals and embark on quests that defied the bounds of reality. Little did he know, this was just the beginning of an epic saga that would intertwine the realms of wakefulness and dream in an intricate dance. Venturing further into this dream realm fantasy, Tom met with extraordinary creatures: winged lions trailing stardust and sprites that danced with a lightness that filled the air with melodic laughter. However, amid the wonder, a shadow loomed. The ethereal Dream Keepers, guardians of this realm, whispered of a menace – The Dream Thief. This entity, a sinister spectre born from the abyss of forgotten nightmares, sought to harness the innocent dreams of children for dark purposes. It was on a day, bathed in the serene light of the afternoon sun, that Tom's adventure took a pivotal turn. Drawn to a secluded corner of the library, he discovered a tome unlike any other, hidden away from the passage of time. This book, The Dreamer's Code, was a key that unlocked the gateway to realms uncharted. The library, once a place of quiet contemplation, became the threshold to a journey beyond imagination, where the line between the real and the fantastical blurred. As Tom delved into the pages of The Dreamer's Code, he uncovered a prophecy woven into the very essence of dreams. This ancient lore revealed a time when dreams were not mere figments of imagination but powerful forces capable of moulding reality itself. According to the prophecy, a chosen Dreamer would arise to venture deep into the heart of the Dream Realm, challenging the darkness that threatened to unbalance the world of dreams and wakefulness. Tom's journey through the dream thieves and keepers, amidst the backdrop of a talking animals fantasy, sets the stage for an epic quest to safeguard the innocence of dreams and uphold the delicate harmony of this enchanting dreamscape.

“This is a book for anyone,” Glyn Maxwell declares of On Poetry. A guide to the writing of poetry and a defense of the art, it will be especially prized by writers and readers who wish to understand why and how poetic technique matters. When Maxwell states, “With rhyme what matters is the distance between rhymes” or “the line-break is punctuation,” he compresses into simple, memorable phrases a great deal of practical wisdom. In seven chapters whose weird, gnomic titles announce the singularity of the book—“White,” “Black,” “Form,” “Pulse,” “Chime,” “Space,” and “Time”—the poet explores his belief that the greatest verse arises from a harmony of mind and body, and that poetic forms originate in human necessities: breath, heartbeat, footstep, posture. “The sound of form in poetry descended from song, molded by breath, is the sound of that creature yearning to leave a mark. The meter says tick-tock. The rhyme says remember. The whiteness says alone,” Maxwell writes. To illustrate his argument, he draws upon personal touchstones such as Emily Dickinson and Robert Frost. An experienced teacher, Maxwell also takes us inside the world of the creative writing class, where we learn from the experiences of four aspiring poets. “You master form you master time,” Maxwell says. In this guide to the most ancient and sublime of the realms of literature, Maxwell shares his mastery with us.